The critter may have been a cotamundi. They are in the area. Sort of a cross between a raccoon and an ant-eater. Weird looking. A little taller than a coon and about the same stance. That it?

Just Googled them and I believe that was it - most likely a large male. Thank you!

Nice looking DR Mudclod.

You won't be disappointed lexluther11!

mntdawg - we should go for a ride sometime.

I've returned from Copper Canyon, now I'm trying to beat the the big storm back to Maine - sitting in the airport now. My original flight for tomorrow morning was canceled - catching an earlier flight to Atlanta and with a little luck will catch a flight from there to ME and be home before noon - maybe! It was easier getting to Copper Canyon and back!

I should have another chunk of the RR posted up tomorrow - from wherever I may be then. Copper Canyon did not disappoint and I will definitely be planning another longer trip there soon!